Lineage LP by CAIN
Continuing the percussive-driven and emotive themes from his previous EPs, CAIN reaches beyond the boundaries of experimental electronic and Celtic music from the Scottish Highlands. "Lineage" is the result of a life-long goal to combine his passion and experience in these respective worlds. The album includes Brighde Chaimbeul on Scottish small pipes, James Mackenzie on flute and vocals by Katie Mackenzie.
The common thread that connects his discography is the intense rhythmic and melodic elements that convey his love of ‘infectious rhythm, ethereal beauty, or an otherworldly strangeness’. His productions have garnered support from DJs like Ben UFO, Gilles Peterson, Peggy Gou, Hunee, Haai, Erol Alkan, Ame, Oneman, and Midland, amongst others. Balancing rhythmic precision with profound harmonic depth, CAIN weaves evocative builders that ignite dancefloors at peak time and reveal intricate sonic tapestries in the intimate confines of headphones.
CAIN's musical background is rooted in traditional Scottish bagpipe music, which evolved through his competitive performances on an international level. His experience and knowledge enhanced CAIN’s understanding of how regional folk music reflects specific environments and cultures.
Through the competition circuit he met Brìghde Chaimbeul, out on the scenic games fields of Uist, Glenfinnan and many others. He also competed against James Mackenzie, an amazing piper and flautist. James is a former member of the band Breabach. His wife, Katie Mackenzie is a superb Gaelic singer.
For this album, CAIN's aim is to portray the beauty and power of Highland musical traditions. He wanted to work with these amazing musicians, because of their childhood connection.
The recordings with James and Katie were done on the island of Bernera, off the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides and recordings with Brìghde were made in Edinburgh.
Tracklist
| 1. | The Highlands | 2:14 |
| 2. | Forged from Bagpipes | |
| 3. | Ruthven | |
| 4. | Cholla | |
| 5. | Morrigan | 4:07 |
| 6. | Flame of Wrath | |
| 7. | Galan | |
| 8. | Kin | |
| 9. | Lineage | |
| 10. | Weave | |
| 11. | Song of the Seal | |
Credits
Arrangements & production by Duncan Grant | Scottish small pipes Brìghde Chaimbeul | Flute by James Mackenzie | Vocals by Katie Mackenzie | Mastered by Sam at Precise | Design by Alexander Horne
License
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CAIN is a producer and musician originally from the Highlands of Scotland who used to be a professional bagpiper.